Project: Big Sky One – Mountain Retreat in Yellowstone Club
Architecture: Richard Beard Architects
Team: Richard Beard, Katherine Schwertner, Rebecca Lischwe
Interior Design: Kelly Hohla Interiors
Structural Engineer: DCI Engineers
Contractor: OSM Construction
Original Architect: Locati Architects & Interiors
Location: Yellowstone Club, Big Sky, Montana
Photo Credits: Paul Dyer
Big Sky One, a modern mountain retreat in Yellowstone Club, Montana, recently underwent a stunning renovation. Richard Beard Architects collaborated with Kelly Hohla to transform this 2007 residence. The Bay Area couple who own the home sought a peaceful escape from their busy city lives.
They wanted clean lines and a contemporary look. To achieve this, the team began with a two-story addition. This addition expanded the living space and included a deluxe ski-in mudroom and a cozy breakfast nook next to the dining room.
In the living room, a new window enhances the majestic valley views. Furthermore, the team removed a large outdoor fireplace on the veranda, revealing a previously hidden, sublime sightline.
New finishes throughout the home modernized the space. Stone, glass, wood, and steel now dominate the design. Soft white tones replaced the original beige, and the dark oak elements were painted. In the kitchen, a cheerful graphic pattern took the place of the dark backsplash tiles. A custom-designed island improved the kitchen’s flow. The primary suite features a soothing pale grey color scheme and crisp natural stone tiles in the expanded, spa-like bathroom.
Although the breakfast nook retains a nod to the home’s original darker aesthetic, the walls are now clad in richly-stained reclaimed barn wood. Moreover, the sophisticated layering of textiles and artful lighting fixtures add soft metallic accents and sculptural elements throughout the home.
Ultimately, this beautifully renovated home in the Yellowstone Club perfectly blends modern design with comfortable living. It provides a serene getaway with breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains.
